Nice weather in many parts of the country has growers already in the fields. That comes with many advantages, but early planting also comes with challenges too. Planting into cool, sometimes wet soils can prevent phosphorus (P) from being readily available to the crop, says Todd Carpenter of Verdesian Life Sciences. Phosphorus leads to early root growth and development, creating a more robust … Read More
Three Patents Granted to Eco Agro Resources
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has granted Eco Agro Resources three patents for N-YIELD®, N-BOUND® and the NEON™ family of nitrogen stabilizers. These three are the first of 15 patents currently undergoing the patent process that will protect hundreds of possible combinations of active ingredients like NBPT, DMPP, DCD, Nitrapyrin, and multiple solvent options. “These technologies offer new capabilities and … Read More
Trimble Introduces VRI Pressure Tech for Center Pivots
Trimble has announced an industry-first technology that gets the right amount of water to the right places. Their new Irrigate-IQ optimal flow variable rate irrigation (VRI) solution allows farmers to use VRI on center pivot systems with a standard pumping system or limited well capacity. In the past a grower couldn’t use VRI on a center pivot without risking damage … Read More
ChemChina Acquisition of Syngenta Approved by US and EU
Both the European Union and the United States approved the acquisition of Syngenta by ChemChina last week, and today it was announced that Mexico has also approved the deal. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) granted approval for the deal pending the divestment of three types of pesticides from ChemChina’s subsidiary, ADAMA, because Syngenta is a supplier of the same … Read More
Why FMC Loves @ComClassic
Commodity Classic may have been a month ago at this point, but the glow of that one show can last all year for companies like FMC Corporation. FMC Business Services Manager Rick Kesler says Classic is one show where they can reach a lot of different farmers. “A big part of FMC’s business is in corn and soybeans and when … Read More
Haagen-Dazs Brand Helps Bees Thrive
The Häagen-Dazs Brand® is helping to support bee populations by working together with their farmer suppliers. The ice cream brand has planted one of the largest, privately-funded pollinator habitats on a almond farmer’s land in Chowchilla, California. The “Häagen-Dazs Loves Honey Bees” program was originally launched in 2008 and began with research and educational funding. This new six and a half … Read More
BZ Media, Skylogic Research Release Drone Report
BZ Media LLC and Skylogic Research have announced the release of their report, “5 Valuable Lessons Learned About Drones in Agriculture.” This is the second white paper to be released in a series of critical examination of trends and strategies in the drone market. “A rising number of software vendors are targeting the agriculture space with increasingly useful solutions. And … Read More
TechAccel Invests Again in Benson Hill Bio
Benson Hill Biosystems is a St. Louis based company focusing on getting them most from the genetic potential of plants using data analytics. Technology Acceleration Partners (TechAccel) has made a recent investment in Benson Hill, making up a part of their recent drive to raise $25 million. TechAccel’s was also part of Benson Hill’s earlier fundraising efforts. “Benson Hill brings cloud biology … Read More
Pioneer Provides Proprietary Tech to Purdue
DuPont Pioneer has announced it will grant access of their proprietary phenotyping and ear photometry technology to Purdue University as part of a collaboration to support students in agriculture-related majors and plant science research. In addition, DuPont will sponsor the Henry Wallace Chair in Plant Sciences in the Purdue University College of Agriculture. “We could not be more excited to … Read More
Applications Open for Iowa AgriTech Accelerator Class
Iowa AgriTech Accelerator is accepting applications for startups wishing to participate in their 2017 class. Six, early-stage companies will be selected for the program, which offers mentor-led, in-residence opportunities for those with agriculture innovation ideas. “An accelerator’s core purpose is to find innovative companies that are just starting out and to find a way to accelerate their business far beyond … Read More